Sacramento Asylum Lawyer
Attorneys for Temporary Protected Status
At the Law Office of Bunmi Awoniyi, we are dedicated to helping eligible individuals who have suffered terrifying experiences escape to the United States. Our attorneys help victims of domestic violence, natural disasters or violent crimes throughout the world secure asylum and other U.S. humanitarian benefits.
Even if someone lacks legal or continual status in the United States, our country provides a path to safety. Contact the Law Office of Bunmi Awoniyi online or call us in Sacramento, California, at 916-265-2694 to learn more about asylum and humanitarian rights and how we can help.
The United States is currently accepting applications for Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals, following the earthquake on January 12, 2010.
Our immigration practice offers free initial consultations and after-hours appointments by request.
Asylum and Other Humanitarian Benefits
At the Law Office of Bunmi Awoniyi, we provide a spectrum of immigration and naturalization services to our clients. This includes protection for certain individuals in need, including:
- Asylum for individuals who have a well-founded fear of persecution in their home country based upon their political opinion, race, religion, nationality or membership in a particular social group
- Visas for victims of crimes, including T visas for victims of human trafficking, U visas for victims of violent crimes and S visas for victims of organized crime or terrorism
- Protection for victims of domestic violence under the 1994 Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and the Battered Immigrant Women's Protection Act of 2000. VAWA was enacted as the nation and world recognized the prevalence of dating violence, sexual assault and stalking. It protects men and children as well as women.
- Temporary protected status for nationals of certain designated countries experiencing ongoing armed conflict, an environmental disaster or extraordinary and temporary conditions; currently, the designated countries include Haiti, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Somalia and Sudan.
- Deferred Enforcement Departure (DED) for people from designated countries; currently, Liberia is covered by Deferred Enforcement Departure.
At the Law Office of Bunmi Awoniyi, we can help you develop an effective application strategy, assemble the necessary documentation and prepare your application for submission to the USCIS. We will also help you prepare for your interview and will be your side throughout the entire process.
Contact Us
For more information or to schedule an appointment with an experienced international asylum lawyer, please contact us online or call 916-265-2694.
Our staff speaks Russian and Ukrainian - Мы говорим на русском и украинском языке
